Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz

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Difficulty points	655
Length	5 mi
Average gradient	8.7%
Steepest segment	14.1%
Total ascent	2290 ft

Difficulty points

655

Length

5 mi

Average gradient

8.7%

Steepest segment

14.1%

Total ascent

2290 ft

Short recap

Hidden gem

16 hairpin turns

#21 toughest climb of Saint Gallen

#19 most elevation gain of Saint Gallen

#25 longest climb of Saint Gallen

#27 average steepest climb of Saint Gallen

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Fantastic climb. Super surface. Great views of the churfirsten. Lonely, hardly any traffic.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:00:27
7 mph	00:42:47
9 mph	00:33:21
12 mph	00:25:03

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alp Gafröa can be cycled from 2 sides. Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alp Gafröa from Flums via Portels.

Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is 5 mi long.

The average gradient of Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is 8.7%.

Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.1%.

The summit of Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is at 3760 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:00:27 to climb Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz. At 7 mph the time is 00:42:47, and at 9 mph 00:33:21. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:03 is an achievable time.

Alp Gafröa from Flums via Rutz is located in the region Saint Gallen in Switzerland.

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